Role Overview: The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs and reports various analyses from multiple specimen sources, ensuring high-quality patient care and satisfaction. The role requires managing specimen handling, confirming identification, following accessioning procedures, and recognizing order discrepancies. Responsibilities include instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, quality control, reagent replenishment, and following reporting protocols across computer and manual systems. The position involves training new staff, participating in ongoing education, and maintaining competency standards.
Qualifications & Skills: Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, with preferred certification in Medical Technology or Laboratory Science. Equivalent experience, including military medical laboratory roles, is accepted. Skills include proficiency with laboratory procedures, computer applications, and effective communication. Ability to handle specimens properly, troubleshoot equipment, and adhere to safety and quality standards is essential.
Key Duties: Maintain productivity, manage multiple processes, complete tasks promptly, and ensure specimen integrity. Perform instrument maintenance, quality checks, and reagent management. Follow reporting procedures and assist in staff training. Work typically in a clinical environment, adhering to organizational policies. Successful candidates demonstrate competence through exams and ongoing education.